Job Description
Join Nexus Quantum Labs at the forefront of computational revolution. We're pioneering quantum-resistant cryptography and quantum machine learning applications that will redefine industries by 2026. As our Research Lead, you'll architect breakthrough solutions in fault-tolerant quantum systems while mentoring a world-class team. Our Austin hub offers state-of-the-art facilities and unparalleled collaboration opportunities with MIT and Caltech partners.
Responsibilities
- Lead development of quantum algorithms for cryptography optimization
- Design scalable quantum error correction protocols
- Publish 3+ peer-reviewed papers annually in Nature/Science journals
- Secure $2M+ annual research grants from NSF/DARPA
- Drive quantum-AI hybrid system implementations
- Mentor PhD researchers in quantum information science
- Collaborate with hardware teams on qubit coherence enhancement
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Physics/Computer Science with 5+ years research
- Published work in top-tier quantum computing venues
- Expertise in Qiskit/Cirq programming frameworks
- Proven grant-writing success with federal agencies
- Strong background in quantum machine learning
- Experience with superconducting/photonic qubit systems
- Patents in quantum error correction methodologies